AVPN Global Conference 2023
20 - 22 June 2023
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Global Challenges: Asian Solutions
In 2022 the AVPN community reconnected after a three-year hiatus caused by the COVID-19. During that time much of the progress and momentum that had been made towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) had stalled or, in some cases, been reversed. As a result of the effects of the economic slowdown, caused by the locking down of economies and the diversion of public resources to focus on emergency response, the role of philanthropy and social investment has never been more critical.
The three-day Conference will also include a dedicated AVPN Impact Investing Day. This is the first-of-its-kind large-scale impact investment-focused convening in Asia and will feature global and Asian investors, funds as well as Limited Partners (LPs) including asset managers, family offices, and institutional investors.
Delivered in partnership with Yayasan Hasanah, the foundation of Khazanah Nasional, the Malaysian government’s sovereign wealth fund, the AVPN Global Conference 2023 will be an opportunity for the social investment community to come together to take urgent, courageous, and bold action to address these critical issues. As we enter the third year of the decade of action, there is no time to waste.
Malaysia
A Fast Growing Social Investment Ecosystem
Yayasan Hasanah, the foundation of Khazanah Nasional, the Malaysian government’s sovereign wealth fund, has been a pioneer in driving forward the development of social investment in Malaysia. AVPN is excited to bring the annual conference to Kuala Lumpur for the first time. Yayasan Hasanah’s own annual flagship event, The Hasanah Forum, will take place alongside the AVPN Global Conference, offering delegates an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the Malaysian social investment context and its position within the wider Asia Pacific region.
AVPN Global Conference 2023 will bring together leaders from Asia and beyond, to collectively envision an impact future that is inclusive, equitable and sustainable. Importantly, this convening will be an opportunity to build the trust between social investors, philanthropists and community impact leaders that will be the essential ingredients for Asia’s success.
Through the three days, delegates will have the opportunity to explore key issues that impact the region and develop collaborative partnerships that lead to action.
THEMES
Overarching Themes
AVPN has always championed Asian voices and driven an Asian development narrative over the last 10 years. This year, we want to spotlight the transformative potential of collaboration, through four overarching themes:
Transformational Collaboration
Asian Leadership
Empowered Communities
Urgent Action
These are indicative themes that would structure the conference discussions, but are not intended to restrict any creative input/idea for discussion. Lead the way and tell us where you find social investments to have great impact and we will be happy to table your topic for discussion at the AVPN 2023 Global Annual Conference.
AGENDA
Conference Agenda
While these are the overarching themes that will underpin the Conference discussions, there are key topics that continue to necessitate urgent action from global social investors, including but not limited to:
Please note that the conference programme is subject to change. Do check this page for the latest updates.
- The changing face of philanthropy: New models and approaches
- Achieving sustainable impact at scale through philanthropy
- How the next generation is reshaping philanthropy
An estimated US$1.5 trillion per year is needed for the Asia-Pacific region to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030 and blended finance is increasingly seen as the financing bridge that will enable closing the funding gap. At AVPN 2023, we aim to unpack how blended finance can be deployed across multi-sectoral approaches and delve into various forms of social and development finance that lend themselves to becoming blended finance instruments. Sessions will focus on:
- Blended finance: definitions & stakeholder engagement
- Finding partners and aligning objectives in blended finance deals
- Impact measurement in blended finance
- Moving from philanthropy to impact investing
- Family office investing with an impact lens
- Islamic Finance in focus
- Private equity investments addressing the SDGs
- Using impact investing tools to engage with circular economies
- The all-or-nothing on gender lens investing
- Investing in early-stage opportunities
- Food for the future: Investing in food security and climate-smart agriculture
- Investing in the just energy transition & climate-focused solutions
- Leveraging climate intersectionality to meet global climate targets
- Investing in livelihoods and youth opportunities
- Activating corporate purpose and youth for impact: approaches, challenges, way forward
- Staying ahead of the game: Evaluating capacity building practices in growing resilient social enterprises
- Addressing women’s critical needs in a post-COVID world
- Developing solutions for investments in the care economy
- Financial technology for inclusion & economic justice
- Improving health programs for cervical cancer prevention of foreign domestic workers
- Promoting preventive practices against dengue via vaccination programs
- Enabling equity: Investing in healthcare access and inclusion
Digital transformation underpins efforts at scaling initiatives and it has been proven to be the catalyst for MSME sector growth, especially for initiatives led and/or owned by women. Post the pandemic, effectively leveraging technology has enabled successful transformation of initiatives across geographies and during the conference, we hope to spotlight some of these success stories through sessions on:
- Investing in fintech solutions for impact
- How artificial intelligence and machine learning can shape philanthropy’s future
- K-12 education & technology: Key Philanthropic Issues & Insights
Day 1
20 June 2023
AM Plenary & Keynotes
- AVPN Welcome Address
- Yayasan Hasanah Welcome Address
- Opening Address
- Keynote: The Changing Face of Philanthropy
- Plenary: Empowering Women and Girls in Asia: Insights from the Asia Gender Network
AM Breakouts
- The Hasanah Forum: People x Institutions
- Philanthropy for Early Childhood Development
- Championing Change: Learnings from G20 India and looking ahead to ASEAN
- Addressing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in a Post-COVID World
- Boundary Pushing Philanthropic Collaborations
Curated Lunch
- Fostering Deep Dialogue and Strategic Collaboration Between the Public, Private, and Philanthropic Sectors in Asia
PM Breakouts
- The Hasanah Forum: People x Society
- Decolonisation in Action: Empowering Voices from the South for Social, Economic, and Climate Justice
- Innovating for a Sustainable Future: Climate Adaptation in the Global South
- Trust 101: Building Partnerships Among Diverse Actors for Greater Impact
- Activating Corporate Purpose and Youth for Impact: Approaches, Challenges, Way Forward
- Philanthropic Models for Achieving Sustainable Impact at Scale
Late PM Breakouts
- Redefining the Value of Care Work: Harnessing the Care Economy as a Catalyst for Growth
- Addressing Barriers for Expanding Gender Diverse MSMEs: Access to Finance, Digitisation and Climate Resilience
- Launch of the Mental Health Fund for Youth in Asia: Cross-cutting Solutions and How to Measure their Impact
- Blending Family and Corporate Values in Pursuit of Impact
- Scaling Technology-based Solution for Tackling Infectious Diseases
PM Plenary & Keynotes
- Plenary: Launch of the Healthcare Resilience Platform: Forging Multi-Stakeholder Collaborations
- Keynote: Bold Philanthropy in Action
- Plenary: Evolution of Impact – All Hands on Deck
Welcome Dinner: Global Challenges, Asian Solutions
Day 2
21 June 2023
Collaborative Philanthropy Day
- Fringe: Invitation-only Convening on Collaborative Philanthropy
Impact Investing Day
AM Plenary & Keynotes
- Keynote: Leading the Way in Impact Investing
- Plenary: Impact through Institutional Investors
- Plenary: Demystify Multilaterals’ Engagement in Sustainable Development in Asia
- Malaysian Cultural Showcase
AM Breakouts
- The Hasanah Forum: People x Leadership
- The Intricacies of Impact Measurement and Management
- Values Aligned in Investing by Family Offices
- Financial Innovation and Technology to Catalyze Access and Inclusion in Developing Asia
- Addressing the SDGs Through Private Equity Investments
- Portfolio Live I: Climate
Curated Luncheon
- How Nature-based Solutions Can Address the Climate Crisis
PM Breakouts
- Impact-led Investing : A Call to Action for Climate Solutions for Asia’s Most Vulnerable
- The Increasing Integration of ESG by a Maturing Venture Capital Industry
- AI x Impact Investing
- Embedding Strong Corporate Governance from Due Diligence to Portfolio Management
- Corporate Social & Environmental Impact: Creating Your North Star
- Portfolio Live II: Gender Lens
Late PM Breakouts
- UNDP SDG Investor Mapping Explained
- Building an Ecosystem for Circular Economies
- The All-or-Nothing on Gender Lens Investing
- Enabling Equity: Investing in Healthcare Access and Inclusion
- Food for the Future: Investing in Food Security and Climate-smart Agriculture
- Portfolio Live III: Financial Inclusion
PM Plenary & Keynotes
- Plenary: The Investment Opportunity in Decarbonisation
- Plenary: Investing in Asia’s Energy Transition
- Plenary: Defining Corporate Purpose
Networking for Impact: An Evening Together
Day 3
22 June 2023
AM Plenary & Keynotes
- Keynote: Harnessing Asia: Tackling Global Issues with Passion, Innovation and Tradition
- In Conversation: Kathleen Chew and Jacqueline Novogratz
- Keynote: Investing In Our Future
- Keynote: Looking Ahead to 2024
AM Breakouts
- Leveraging Climate Intersectionality to Meet Global Climate Targets
- Discovering Best Practices in Catalytic Capital Deployment in Asia
- Portfolio Live IV: Health
- Impact Live: Lessons in Digital Transformation
- New Insights on Collaborative Philanthropy
- Addressing Laws and Systemic Barriers Holding Back Women and Girls
Curated Luncheon
- Meet the Climate Pathfinders
PM Breakouts
- Staying Ahead of the Game: Evaluating Capacity Building Practices in Growing Resilient Social Enterprises
- Pushing Boundaries in Innovative Financing
- Integrating Socially Inclusive and Gender-sensitive Approaches in Funder-Grantee Relationships
- Cross-sector Collaboration in Blended Finance
- Scaling Success in K-12 Education Through EdTech Giving
- Best Practices in Funder-Grantee Relationship Building
Workshops
Day 0
19 June 2023
- Asia Gender Network Day (by invitation only)
- The Vision Event (by invitation only)
AGENDA
Key Topics
While these are the overarching themes that will underpin the Conference discussions, there are key topics that continue to necessitate urgent action from global social investors, including but not limited to:
Day 0
19 June 2023
- AGN Party
- VIP Dinner
Day 1
20 June 2023
PM Plenary & Keynotes
- AVPN Welcome Address
- Yayasan Hasanah Welcome Address
- Opening Address
- Keynote: The Changing Face of Philanthropy
- Plenary: Empowering Women and Girls in Asia: Insights from the Asia Gender Network
AM Breakouts
- The Hasanah Forum: People x Institutions
- Philanthropy for Early Childhood Development
- Championing Change: Learnings from G20 India and looking ahead to ASEAN
- Addressing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in a Post-COVID World
- Boundary Pushing Philanthropic Collaborations
- Curated Lunch: Fostering Deep Dialogue and Strategic Collaboration Between the Public, Private, and Philanthropic Sectors in Asia
PM Breakouts
- The Hasanah Forum: People x Society
- Decolonisation in Action: Empowering Voices from the South for Social, Economic, and Climate Justice
- Innovating for a Sustainable Future: Climate Adaptation in the Global South
- Trust 101: Building Partnerships Among Diverse Actors for Greater Impact
- Activating Corporate Purpose and Youth for Impact: Approaches, Challenges, Way Forward
- Philanthropic Models for Achieving Sustainable Impact at Scale
Late PM Breakouts
- Redefining the Value of Care Work: Harnessing the Care Economy as a Catalyst for Growth
- Addressing Barriers for Expanding Gender Diverse MSMEs: Access to Finance, Digitisation and Climate Resilience
- Launch of the Mental Health Fund for Youth in Asia: Cross-cutting Solutions and How to Measure their Impact
- Blending Family and Corporate Values in Pursuit of Impact
- Scaling Technology-based Solution for Tackling Infectious Diseases
PM Plenary & Keynotes
- Plenary: Launch of the Healthcare Resilience Platform: Forging Multi-Stakeholder Collaborations
- Keynote: Bold Philanthropy in Action
- Plenary: Evolution of Impact - All Hands on Deck
- Welcome Dinner: Global Challenges, Asian Solutions
Day 2
21 June 2023
Impact Investing Day
- Fringe: Invitation-only Convening on Collaborative Philanthropy
AM Plenary & Keynotes
- Keynote: Leading the Way in Impact Investing
- Plenary: Impact through Institutional Investors
- Plenary: Demystify Multilaterals' Engagement in Sustainable Development in Asia
- Malaysian Cultural Showcase
AM Breakouts
- The Hasanah Forum: People x Leadership
- The Intricacies of Impact Measurement and Management
- Values Aligned in Investing by Family Offices
- Financial Innovation and Technology to Catalyze Access and Inclusion in Developing Asia
- Addressing the SDGs Through Private Equity Investments
- Portfolio Live I: Climate
- Curated Luncheon: How Nature-based Solutions Can Address the Climate Crisis
PM Breakouts
- UNDP SDG Investor Mapping Explained
- Building an Ecosystem for Circular Economies
- The All-or-Nothing on Gender Lens Investing
- Enabling Equity: Investing in Healthcare Access and Inclusion
- Food for the Future: Investing in Food Security and Climate-smart Agriculture
- Portfolio Live III: Financial Inclusion
Late PM Breakouts
PM Plenary & Keynotes
Day 3
22 June 2023
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SPEAKERS
Conference Speakers
We are thrilled to introduce speakers for the AVPN Global Conference 2023, with many more to be announced soon. Stay tuned for further updates!
Impact Investing Day Speakers
Introducing the speakers for the Impact Investing Day (21 June 2023) at the AVPN Global Conference 2023. Stay tuned as we unveil more speakers in the coming days!
AT A GLANCE
What you can expect
1000+
Expected Attendees
44+
Markets
258+
Speakers
72+
Sessions
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
Activities to look forward to
The Hasanah Forum
Plenary and Sessions
Impact Live Showcases
Workshops & Masterclasses
Constellations Awards
AVPN Hub and Networking Lounge
Networking lunches and Dinners
Exclusive Curated Receptions
Impact Marketplace
Cultural Showcases
CONFERENCE DETAILS
Discover the conference agenda and speakers
Click here to access the complete functional guide for our AVPN Events mobile app and webpage.
CONFERENCE TICKETS
Register now!
AVPN MEMBER
AVPN Member
USD 985
Enjoy 50% savings throughout as an AVPN member!
Standard ticket price: USD 1,970
What’s included in this ticket
- Full 3-day access including Impact Investing Day
- Networking opportunities with over 1,000 expected attendees
- Over 72 sessions on social investment to engage on
STANDARD
Partner Ticket
USD 1,245
Enjoy savings of USD 725 if you are a member of AVPA, EVPA, Latimpacto and MVCA
Standard ticket price: USD 1,970
What’s included in this ticket
- Full 3-day access including Impact Investing Day
- Networking opportunities with over 1,000 expected attendees
- Over 72 sessions on social investment to engage on
IMPACT INVESTING DAY
AVPN 2023: Impact Investing Day Ticket
USD 1,500
What’s included in this ticket
- Full one-day access to Impact Investing Day on 21 June 2023
- Networking opportunities featuring global and Asian investors, funds as well as Limited Partners (LPs) including asset managers, family offices, and institutional investors
AVPN MEMBER ONLINE
Online Member Ticket
Complimentary
Up to 10 tickets
What’s included in this ticket
- AVPN Global Conference plenary sessions and selected breakout sessions from 21-23 June 2022
- Networking opportunities with participants
STANDARD ONLINE
Online View-Only Ticket
USD 99
Price includes third-party administrative charges
What’s included in this ticket
- AVPN Global Conference plenary sessions and selected breakout sessions from 21-23 June 2022
Past highlights
AVPN Global Conference 2022
The AVPN Global Conference is the largest social investing convening in Asia that gathers funders and resource providers from across the world to share knowledge, build strategic partnerships, and address socio-economic challenges at scale. The annual flagship event breaks down silos to bridge the worlds of philanthropy and impact investing with private equity and institutional investing.
By AVPN
AVPN Global Conference 2022: Highlight Reel
Delegates' experience
Hear from our Delegates
The power of networks that brings people together to solve some of the biggest issues in the world.
Lauren Moore
Vice President, Global Community Impact, Johnson & Johnson
To collaborate with key players, share knowledge, and accelerate change around the region’s biggest social challenges.
Cecilia Conrad
Managing Director, MacArthur Foundation
CEO, Lever for Change
AVPN’s global network can promote collective action by connecting investors with businesses and projects.
Dr. Amy Khor
Singapore Senior Minister, Environment and Water Resources
“The AVPN Conference is the most conducive opportunity for making connections and providing space to move forward important conversations around impact and partnership”
Jacqueline Novogratz
CEO, Acumen
“Incredibly well organised, always very clear information, lots of interesting sessions, loads of great people there to meet with. There was such a positive atmosphere throughout the week – and pretty much everyone seemed to be having a lot of fun as well”
Richard Hawkes
CEO, British Asian Trust
Conference Partners
Major thanks to all of our partners
Host Partner
Other Partners
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
- The AVPN Signature Events are known for their potential to connect unlikely allies, facilitate knowledge sharing, and provide collaborative opportunities for participants to act on.
- The AVPN Global Conference will be centered around thematic areas that are central to Asia. It will also take deep dives into key social investment approaches, from philanthropy to impact investing to corporate social impact. Continue to stay updated with us by subscribing to our newsletter.
sponsorship
Join us as a partner
To get in front of the right audience, tell your stories, and provide solutions to problems that matter. We have created various partnership opportunities to showcase your work and enhance your branding visibility at the AVPN Global Conference 2023.
AGENDA
Key Topics
While these are the overarching themes that will underpin the Conference discussions, there are key topics that continue to necessitate urgent action from global social investors, including but not limited to:
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